Overview

Two specialization options within the Sports Coaching, Recreation and Physical Education program at The Ohio State University:

The physical education teacher education specialization is a competitive option that includes the requirements for teacher certification in the state of Ohio. Once a student meets the minimum requirements to be admitted into the major, they are automatically enrolled into the major. Students are prepared to earn a teaching license for physical education in grades K–12.

A non-licensure option, the physical activity specialist specialization merges an understanding of child and youth development with knowledge and instructional skills in physical activity, sport and nutrition. Students who graduate from this program are prepared to become leaders in youth development in recreation centers, sports clubs, schools and similar locations.

Possible careers

Careers include teaching physical education and coaching at secondary schools, as well as coaching at the collegiate level and adapted physical education (graduate school). Students who pursue the physical activity specialist option tend to work in the community in community centers, grant funded programs or for nonprofit organizations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sport and Leisure Studies
Life Span Motor Development
Promoting Behavior Change in Sport, Leisure and Exercise
Teaching Physical Education, Leisure and Exercise
Adapted Physical Activity
Mass Communication and Youth
Leadership and Programming in Sports Industry
Youth Organizations and Program Management
Sport and Disability
Physical Cultural Issues in Physical Education
Language and Culture in Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbus, United States

Disciplines

Coaching Sport and Exercise Science Tourism & Leisure View 370 other Bachelors in Tourism & Leisure in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Successful completion of university preparatory courses
High school performance (class rank or GPA), including participation in accelerated programs like Honors, AP and IB; Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for class rank or GPA
Standardized test score (ACT or SAT); Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for ACT or SAT scores
Ability and desire to contribute to and engage with a diverse campus community
Experiences that demonstrate leadership or engaged involvement(e.g., co-curricular activities, work experiences or military service)
Status as a first-generation university student
High school performance if adversely affected by physical, mental or learning environment factors

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

45526 USD / year

≈ 45526 USD / year
Out-of-State

42423 USD / year

≈ 42423 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13641 USD / year

≈ 13641 USD / year

Living costs

Columbus

United States

940 - 1520 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Sports Coaching, Recreation and Physical Education.

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Overview

Possible careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Columbus

Funding

Scholarships Information

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